Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Leads from deep as top scorer
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Hardaway contributed 25 points (6-14 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 9-11 FT) and four rebounds over 30 minutes during Thursday's 111-100 loss to the Pacers.
Hardaway paced Detroit from three in Thursday's contest, leading all Pistons in scoring and threes made while leading all players in shots made from the free-throw line in an offensive showcase. Hardaway has connected on four or more threes in eight contests this year while tallying 25 or more points on three occasions.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Puts up season-high scoring mark
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Hardaway notched 27 points (9-13 FG, 7-8 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two steals over 32 minutes during Saturday's 123-114 victory over the Raptors.
Hardaway returned to the hardwood following a one-game absence, and the veteran performed well in his return. He missed just one of his eight three-point attempts and also established a new season-high scoring mark in this win. Hardaway has scored in double digits in five of his six January outings while going 19-for-39 from three-point range in that span.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Good to go Saturday
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Hardaway (back) will play Saturday against the Raptors.
After missing Thursday's game against the Warriors, Hardaway will shake off his questionable tag and is likely to see his usual minutes Saturday. The veteran guard has averaged 13.2 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 2.4 three-pointers over his last four appearances in January.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Questionable for Saturday
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Hardaway (back) has been listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Raptors.
Hardaway could be trending toward missing a second straight game as he deals with back spasms. If Hardaway doesn't play Saturday, the Pistons may turn to Ausar Thompson again to replace him in the starting lineup. Marcus Sasser and Ron Holland could get a bump in minutes off the bench for Detroit.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Late scratch Thursday
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Hardaway (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Warriors, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.
The 32-year-old swingman was a late scratch for Thursday's contest due to back tightness, and his next chance to play will come Saturday against the Raptors. Ausar Thompson will re-enter the starting five with Hardaway sidelined, though Ron Holland and Marcus Sasser are both candidates to receive a bump in minutes off the bench.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Lights it up from deep in victory
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Hardaway provided 26 points (10-15 FG, 6-9 3Pt) over 33 minutes during Monday's 118-115 win over the Trail Blazers.
Hardaway led Detroit from deep in Monday's contest, connecting on a team-high mark from three while ending as one of two Pistons players with 25 or more points in a winning effort. Hardaway set new season-high marks in scoring and threes made, and he has connected on at least five threes in three outings while surpassing the 20-point mark on two occasions.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Nails five triples in overtime win
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Hardaway chipped in 16 points (5-11 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 36 minutes during Monday's 125-124 overtime win over Miami.
Hardaway's five three-pointers made during Monday's victory tied his season high. Hardaway continues to score most of his points from behind the arc, as 5.3 of his 7.9 field-goal attempts per contest come from three.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Limited run in loss Thursday
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Hardaway amassed six points (3-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt), six rebounds, two steals and one assist across 19 minutes during Thursday's 123-99 loss to the Celtics.
Hardaway saw limited run while struggling from beyond the arc in the blowout loss. The veteran swingman has struggled with efficiency as of late. In his last five outings, he has averaged 6.8 points, 3.0 rebounds and 0.6 steals while shooting 39.4 percent from the field and 17.6 percent from downtown across 25.0 minutes per contest.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Poor performance Wednesday
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Hardaway notched two points (1-2 FG) and three rebounds over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 130-120 loss to the Celtics.
Hardaway struggled again Wednesday, scoring no more than 10 points for the eighth time in the past nine games. He continues to start for the Pistons but has been a non-factor in the majority of games. In 21 appearances, he has averaged a mere 9.7 points and 1.9 three-pointers in 27.5 minutes per game.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Rough shooting in return
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Hardaway (head) scored two points (1-10 FG, 0-8 3Pt) and added three assists and one rebound in 30 minutes Monday in the Pistons' 122-112 loss to the Bulls.
Hardaway didn't face any limitations in his return from a three-game absence due to a head laceration, as he took back his spot in the starting five and narrowly surpassed his season-long average of 28.5 minutes per contest. However, despite the ample playing time, Hardaway had a rough go Monday, finishing with his lowest scoring total of the season while coming up empty from three-point range. Hardaway is capable of getting hot from downtown and providing some useful secondary scoring, but his oft-streaky shooting and lack of contributions elsewhere in the box score limit his overall fantasy appeal.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Will play Monday
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Hardaway (head) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Hardaway will return from a three-game absence Monday due to a head laceration that occurred during the Pistons' 123-121 win over the Heat this past Tuesday. After starting in Hardaway's absence, Malik Beasley will likely retreat to the bench for Monday's contest.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Upgraded to probable
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Hardaway (head) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Hardaway appears set for a return after missing the past three games for Detroit. Wendell Moore has played well in limited minutes in Hardaway's absence, and Malik Beasley really stepped it up as well. This news comes from the official injury report, so there's no word of any possible restrictions.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Won't play Sunday
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Hardaway (head) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Hardaway will miss a third straight game due to a head laceration stemming from a scary fall last Tuesday. Malik Beasley has been starting in Hardaway's absence, while the latter's next chance to suit up will come during the second half of Detroit's back-to-back set Monday versus Chicago.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Questionable to play Sunday
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Hardaway (head) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Hardaway has missed the last two games with a head laceration, and the Pistons are being cautious with the recovery, as evidenced by the questionable tag. If deemed healthy, Hardaway may face some limitations. Simone Fontecchio (toe) is also questionable.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Ruled out Friday
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Hardaway (head) won't play in Friday's game versus the Raptors.
Hardaway will miss his second straight contest after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a head laceration. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Washington.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Unlikely to play against Toronto
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Hardaway (head) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Raptors.
Hardaway will likely miss his second straight contest Friday due to a head laceration he suffered against Miami. With Simone Fontecchio (toe) also doubtful, Malik Beasley and Ron Holland should continue to receive increased playing time.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Confirmed out for Wednesday
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Hardaway will not play Wednesday against the Bucks due to a head laceration.
Hardaway's absence comes as little surprise after he exited Tuesday's 123-121 overtime win over the Heat early after a scary collision. He underwent a CT scan that returned negative but needed stitches to seal the wound on his head. With Jaden Ivey (toe) and Simone Fontecchio (toe) also sidelined Wednesday, Ron Holland, Marcus Sasser and Malik Beasley could step into larger roles against Milwaukee.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Avoids serious injury Tuesday
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Hardaway (head) underwent a CT scan that returned negative after he exited Tuesday's 123-121 overtime win against Miami in the third quarter, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports. Hardaway finished with 11 points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound and one assist across 19 minutes.
The 32-year-old took an elbow to the face and hit the deck hard before being taken back to the locker room in a wheelchair. Hardaway was unable to return while being evaluated for a head injury, and while he required stitches to seal a wound, the results of the CT scan were encouraging. While Hardaway looks like he could avoid an extended absence, he could be at risk of missing Wednesday's game against the Bucks, which would open up more playing time for Malik Beasley and Ron Holland.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Being evaluated for head injury
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Hardaway is being evaluated for a head injury after exiting Tuesday's 123-121 overtime win against Miami in the third quarter, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports. He tallied 11 points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound and one assist across 19 minutes prior to his departure.
The 32-year-old stayed on the floor for several minutes after colliding with Tyler Herro, and Hardaway was unable to return to the game after being taken out via wheelchair. If the sharpshooter is unable to play in the second leg of the team's back-to-back set Wednesday, Malik Beasley and Ron Holland are both candidates for an increased role.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Exits to locker room
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Hardaway (head) went back to the locker room in a wheelchair after a collision in the third quarter of Tuesday's game against the Heat, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
The 32-year-old stayed on the floor for several minutes after colliding with Tyler Herro, and Hardaway was eventually taken back to the locker room via wheelchair as the medical staff covered the top of his head. Malik Beasley and Ron Holland will likely see an uptick in playing time with Hardaway not expected to return the rest of the way.
